A fatty acid sold for fat loss — effects are tiny, and some studies found it worsened insulin sensitivity.
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Evidence strength
15/100Weak
WEAKLIMITEDMODERATESTRONGVERY STRONG
What the evidence supports: very small fat-loss effects in trials, with some metabolic downsides.
This scores how well-supported the claim above is — not how much benefit you personally would get. A high score on a narrow claim does not extend to everything the product is marketed for.
How long to take it
Not recommended for long-term use.
Who it's actually for
Limited justification.
Safe upper limit
Unverified
No formal upper limit; 3–6 g daily in trials
Digestive upset is common. Some trials found worsened insulin resistance and lower HDL cholesterol, particularly with the trans-10, cis-12 form.